ANALYSIS: Trust in key institutions has fallen and people are withdrawing from the democratic process.
ANALYSIS: The Treasury had hoped the report would stimulate robust public debate.
ANALYSIS: Chris Hipkins has to give supporters a reason to vote for Labour.
ANALYSIS: Minor party votes could pull the next government either more right or more left.
ANALYSIS: Covid-19 is still here despite the Government declaring its response formally over.
ANALYSIS: BlackRock deal: The Government says there is a difference between private sector investment in energy and roads.
ANALYSIS: Cabinet rules and Caucus discipline requires ministers and MPs to never be entirely truthful.
ANALYSIS: PM expects everyone in the Government to be focused on making life better for everyday Kiwis.
ANALYSIS: Neither major party has put forward a compelling case for why people should vote for them.
Opposition parties say the Government is incompetent, while it argues it has managed the economy responsibly.